Discipline Philosophy

Although Los Ninos de Seattle staff may use a variety of disciplines strategies (Madeline Hunter, Jane Nelson’s Positive Discipline), the most prevalent is the “Love and Logic” approach mixed with John Gottman’s emotional coaching. Love & Logic utilizes choice (so students have some shared power and control) in decision making and logical consequences are given with love and empathy when disciplining needs to occur. Toddlers are at a stage where exerting their autonomy and power to say “no” can push an adult’s patience level. Cognitively, children this age range are figuring out how they fit in and what they can do in the world. Cause and effect are constantly being explored (ie: “if I scream, I wonder what will happen?”) At Los Niños de Seattle, we welcome this ‘power’ and focus this energy in positive, physical, intellectual, and social activities.

If you would like more information about the Love and Logic approach, feel free to browse and borrow our parent resources in the library. You can also check out: www.loveandlogic.com. Periodically, Love and Logic discipline classes will be offered to parents & caregivers here at Los Niños de Seattle.